Location
Basingstoke, UK

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience

About the Role
Join AECOM's Impact Assessment Practice Area (IAPA) team in Basingstoke for an immediate start as a Graduate Environmental Impact Assessment professional. IAPA is part of the Environment & Sustainability business, which employs around 730 staff across the UK and Republic of Ireland, delivering environment and sustainability solutions to public and private sector clients. The team is at the forefront of tackling climate and biodiversity emergencies through multidisciplinary environmental inputs on infrastructure projects, helping clients gain development consent, identifying environmental constraints, avoiding impacts, and delivering benefits where possible. You will support the preparation of environmental assessment reports and provide post-planning consent support during project construction and operation phases. AECOM leads Environmental Impact Assessments for nationally significant infrastructure projects including sustainable energy generation, transmission, and water distribution.

This role requires inquisitive minds who can ask the right questions to shape projects for environmentally beneficial outcomes. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential to engage with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders. You will be supported by a senior mentor and participate in the 2-year ADVANCE Graduate Development Programme, which includes instructor-led training, online learning, and opportunities for professional chartership such as IEMA or IES. AECOM offers a flexible hybrid working model, career development opportunities, and a supportive, inclusive culture.

Experience
No prior professional experience required; enthusiasm and a willingness to learn are essential. Experience in environmental impact assessment or related fields is advantageous but not mandatory.

About you
- Inquisitive with strong communication skills to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders
- Ability to work flexibly under pressure and manage time effectively to meet project deadlines
- Self-starter with strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Team player with a positive attitude and eagerness to develop professionally
- Commercial awareness to support business development and proposal preparation
- Willingness and ability to travel for site surveys and project needs
- Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, embracing diverse perspectives and backgrounds

Qualifications
- Relevant first degree or postgraduate degree in environmental impact assessment, environmental economics, environmental management, environmental planning, environmental policy, environmental science, geography, housing (sustainable, planning, regeneration and urban management), social science, or sustainable development
- Good understanding of digital solutions to support environmental and sustainability challenges
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Strong research and report writing skills, including web-based research
- Full driving licence or access to reliable transport is beneficial but not essential
- Fluent English language skills, both verbal and written